Super Volleyball Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Super Volleyball

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1991
GenreSports
DeveloperMicroforum
PublisherVideo System
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Super Volleyball is a sports game released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Microforum and published by Video System.

It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness.

Super Volleyball supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Super Volleyball is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Super Volleyball gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Super Volleyball cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Team 1 Score Modifier (P1)FF808A:XX
Team 2 Score Modifier (P2/CPU)FF808B:XX

See all Super Volleyball cheats

Super Volleyball walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Super Volleyball.

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Playing Genesis games today

Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.

Super Volleyball FAQ

When did Super Volleyball come out on the Genesis?

Super Volleyball was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.

Who made Super Volleyball?

It was developed by Microforum and published by Video System.

Is Super Volleyball multiplayer?

Yes. Super Volleyball supports up to 2 players.

How long does Super Volleyball take to play?

As a sports game, Super Volleyball typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Super Volleyball on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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